The Appleton Estate 1999 Jamaica Hearts Collection 21yo is a distinguished and rare limited release, consisting of just 3,000 bottles. It is a product of a remarkable collaboration between the revered Appleton Estate distillery, located in Jamaica's Nassau Valley, and the esteemed Italian bottler, Velier. This exceptional rum was distilled in 1999 and has been meticulously aged for 21 years in tropical climates, allowing it to develop an extraordinary depth and complexity. Bottled in 2020, this rum boasts a robust cask strength of 63% ABV, delivering a potent experience for connoisseurs.
On the nose, this rum presents a captivating blend of aromas, including woody notes, tropical fruits, spices, and an intriguing hint of glue. Pineapple, licorice, and anise also make their presence felt, contributing to a rich and inviting bouquet. As you take a sip, the palate reveals a delightful balance of woody, spicy, and herbal nuances, interwoven with esters and tropical fruit flavors. The presence of licorice and anise persists, providing a distinctive character.
The tasting experience is as vibrant as the aroma suggests, with an initial lively attack that transitions into a beautifully oily texture. The richness of fruits dominates the palate, showcasing dark fruits, concentrated fruit pastes, and candied orange peel. Toasted flavors emerge more prominently, offering roasted nuts and a subtle touch of smoke. With a bit of aeration, a solvent layer dissipates, unveiling fresh exotic fruits and a dry, vegetal quality with a hint of floral bitterness. Over time, a pastry-like character with almond and stone fruit notes adds further complexity.
Distilled at the Appleton Estate, this rum has spent 21 years under the tropical sun, resulting in a flavor profile that is both lively and robust, yet refined and elegant. It maintains a delicate balance between fruity exuberance and woody maturity, making it a truly remarkable addition to any collection.
This release is limited to 3,000 bottles.
The Appleton Estate 1999 Jamaica Hearts Collection 21yo has an ABV of 63%.
This rum has been aged for 21 years in tropical climates.
It is distilled at the Appleton Estate distillery in Jamaica's Nassau Valley.
This exceptional rum was bottled by the renowned Italian bottler, Velier.
The Appleton Estate 1999 Jamaica Hearts Collection 21yo has garnered varied opinions from reviewers. While some appreciate its rich fruit and oak nose, others find it herbaceous and a bit too peppery on the palate. The alcohol is generally well integrated, although some find it overpowering initially. Nevertheless, the rum is praised for its complexity and the depth achieved through its 21 years of tropical aging. On the palate, it offers spicy, warm, and herbal notes with a long finish. Despite mixed feelings about its herbal profile, it remains an interesting and beautiful rum that evolves over time with aeration, revealing a wealth of flavors from tropical fruits to licorice and dark chocolate.
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